A guard of the Emir of Katsina waits standing in a courtyard of the palace, dressed in a loose uniform striped in red and green and wearing a red turban. Indifferent to his presence, children play on the ground near an entrance. February 1990. Un garde de l’émir de Katsina patiente debout dans une cour…
In Okene, during ritual outings, two processions briefly confront each other, striking one another symbolically with palm fronds and reeds under the supervision of traditional authorities. This codified confrontation, with no intent to cause injury, aims to channel collective tensions and reaffirm social order within the community. It is forbidden to women, foreigners, and photographers.…
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